Patent Information & IP Legal Intern

TL;DR

Patent Information & IP Legal Intern (Legal/Tech): Supporting the IP team with patent searching, landscape analysis, and innovation protection with an accent on technical research and legal documentation. Focus on identifying patent insights, assisting in freedom-to-operate assessments, and collaborating with patent attorneys to safeguard business-critical technology.

Location: Must be based in or able to work from Nootdorp, Netherlands (Hybrid).

Company

hirify.global is a global leader in Geo-data, providing insights to help create a safe and more liveable world.

What you will do

• Conduct prior art searches and review technical patent literature.
• Support patent landscape analyses and competitor monitoring activities.
• Analyze the relevance of patents for current and future innovations.
• Summarize search results and highlight key findings for patent attorneys.
• Assist in freedom-to-operate (FTO) assessments and risk identification.
• Organize patent data and maintain IP-related databases.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a BSc, MSc, or PhD program in a technical field (e.g., Physics, Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science).
• Strong interest in Intellectual Property and innovation.
• Excellent analytical and research skills with the ability to structure complex information.
• Detail-oriented with strong written communication skills.
• Curiosity about technology, innovation, and data analysis.

Culture & Benefits

• Hands-on experience in patent searching and IP strategy within a global organization.
• Exposure to real-world innovation and competitive intelligence.
• Dynamic, collaborative, and inclusive working environment.
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements.
• Internship duration of 3-6 months.

Hiring process

• Initial interview following application review.
• Second round interview.
• Offer stage upon successful evaluation.